Valentine's Day History
This saint, after whom Valentine's Day is named, was martyred on February 14th.
Who is Saint Valentine?
This Shakespearean couple's tragic love story is set in Verona, Italy.
Who are Romeo and Juliet?
This 2003 holiday-themed romantic comedy features an ensemble cast, including Hugh Grant, Emma Thompson, and Keira Knightley, and explores various love stories.
What is "Love Actually"?
This 1992 hit song by Whitney Houston is actually a cover of a Dolly Parton song.
What is "I Will Always Love You"?
This flower is most commonly associated with Valentine's Day.
What is a rose?
This Roman festival, celebrated in mid-February, is thought to be the origin of Valentine's Day.
What is Lupercalia?
This couple's romance began on the set of "Mr. and Mrs. Smith" and lasted over a decade.
Who are Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie?
This 2004 film, based on a Nicholas Sparks novel, stars Ryan Gosling and Rachel McAdams.
What is "The Notebook"?
This 1973 hit by Marvin Gaye, known for its sensual lyrics and smooth melody, became an anthem for romance and intimacy.
What is "Let's Get It On"?
This sweet treat is often given as a gift on Valentine's Day, sometimes in heart-shaped boxes.
What is chocolate?
This English poet is often credited with the first written association of Valentine's Day with romantic love.
Who is Geoffrey Chaucer?
This ancient Egyptian queen had famous love affairs with Julius Caesar and Mark Antony.
Who is Cleopatra?
This 1990 romantic comedy features Julia Roberts as a prostitute and Richard Gere as a wealthy businessman.
What is "Pretty Woman"?
This song by Elton John was famously re-recorded as a tribute to Princess Diana.
What is "Candle in the Wind"?
This stuffed animal, often holding a heart, is a popular Valentine's Day gift.
What is a teddy bear?
In which century did Valentine's Day first become associated with romantic love in England?
What is the 14th century?
This British royal couple married in 2011 and are known as the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge.
Who are Prince William and Kate Middleton?
This 1999 teen romantic comedy, based on Shakespeare's "The Taming of the Shrew," stars Heath Ledger and Julia Stiles.
What is "10 Things I Hate About You"?
This ballad by Celine Dion became iconic after being featured in the movie "Titanic."
What is "My Heart Will Go On"?
This city in Italy, famous for its canals, is also considered one of the most romantic places in the world.
What is Venice?
This country is known for its unique tradition where women give men chocolates on February 14th, and men reciprocate a month later on White Day.
What is Japan?
This American writer and his wife Zelda were known for their tumultuous relationship and glamorous lifestyle in the 1920s.
Who are F. Scott and Zelda Fitzgerald?
This 1942 classic film stars Humphrey Bogart and Ingrid Bergman and is set during World War II.
What is "Casablanca"?
This 1975 song by Queen, written by Freddie Mercury, is a ballad about longing and unrequited love.
What is "Love of My Life"?
In this country, Valentine's Day is known as "El Día del Amor y la Amistad," and friends also exchange gifts to celebrate the day.
What is Mexico?